Notes On Safety - Omron E4 Instruction Manual

1. Notes on safety

• The icons and warning signs are indicated here
for your safety and correct usage of the product
as well as to prevent injuries and/or damage to
properties.
• The icons and meanings are as follows:
Examples of Icons
The icon indicates prohibitions (must
not do).
Matters involving certain prohibitions are
indicated by text or pictures in or near
The icon to the left means "Prohibitions to
Disassemble".
The icon indicates something that is
compulsory (must be observed).
Matters involving certain compulsory actions
are indicated by text or pictures in or near
The icon to the left refers to "General
compulsory action".
This unit must not be used in combination
with the following medical devices:
(1) Internally transplanted electronic
medical devices, e.g. pacemakers
(2) Electronic life support equipment, such
as respirators
(3) Electronic medical devices attached to
the body, such as electrocardiographs
Using this unit with other electronic medical
devices may cause erroneous operation of
those devices.
WARNING
Persons with the following conditions must
consult the doctor before using this unit:
1) acute disease
2) malignant tumor
3) infectious disease
4) pregnancy
5) cardiac dysfunction
6) high fever
7) abnormal blood pressure
8) skin sensory disorders or skin problems
9) receiving medical treatment, especially
those feeling discomfort
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit near the heart, above
the neck, on the head, around the mouth or
on diseased skin.
May cause an accident or ill health.
- Application of electrodes near the thorax
may increase the risk of cardiac fibrillation.
DANGER
Do not use this unit simultaneously with
other therapeutic device or in
combination with ointments including
spraytype ointments.
May cause discomfort or ill health.
- Simultaneous connection of a PATIENT to
a h.f. surgical EQUIPMENT may result in
burns at the site of the STIMULATOR
electrodes and possible damage to the
STIMULATOR.
- Operation in close proximity (e.g. 1 m) to
a shortwave or microwave therapy
.
EQUIPMENT may produce instability in
the STIMULATOR output.
Do not use this unit for purposes other
than treatment indicated in this manual.
May lead to accident, problems, or failure of
the unit.
.
Do not insert the electrode cord plug into
any place other than the electrode cord
jack of the main unit.
May cause an electric shock or accident.
Do not disassemble or remodel this unit.
May cause fire, trouble, or accident.
If the unit is not functioning properly or
you feel discomfort, immediately stop
using the unit.
If you feel any problems with your body or
skin, consult the doctor and follow his/her
instructions.
If you want to move the Electrode Pad to
another region or your body during
treatment, be sure to turn off the power.
If not, you may receive a strong electrical
shock.
Do not try to attach the Pads to any other
person during the treatment.
You may receive strong electrical shock.
Do not start treatment while wearing an
electronic device.
The settings and timings of the device may
be affected.
Do not use this unit on infants or people
not capable of expressing their
intentions.
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit in places with high
humidity such as bathrooms or while
taking a bath or shower.
You will receive a strong electrical shock.
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